VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Center
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VCA SouthPaws Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Center
703-752-9100
Education/Training:
• BS, Cornell University
• DVM, University of Minnesota
• Internship, VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital
• Residency/Master's, The Ohio State University
Special Interests:
Atopic dermatitis, immune-mediated skin diseases, methicillin-resistant skin infections
Publications:
Schnedeker, A.H., Cole, L.K., Diaz, S.F., Lorch, G., Rajala‐Shultz, P.J., Jennings, R.N., Hostnik, E.T. and Daniels, J.B. (2021), Is low‐level laser therapy useful as an adjunctive treatment for canine acral lick dermatitis? A randomized, double‐blinded, sham‐controlled study. Vet Dermatol 2021.
Schnedeker AH, Cole LK, Lorch G, et al. In vitro bactericidal activity of blue light (465 nm) phototherapy on meticillin-susceptible and meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius. Vet Dermatol 2017.
Pets:
Dr. Schnedeker currently has 1 dog, a Cavalier King Charles spaniel named CK.
Personal Facts:
Dr. Schnedeker is a native of upstate New York. In her free time she loves to bake and spend time with her husband, pets and family.
Most of the allergic disease that occurs in dogs and cats affects the skin. These allergies include reactions to food items (food allergy), air borne and contact substances (atopic dermatitis), and fleas (flea allergy dermatitis). Allergies can be difficult to diagnose and treat and are the kinds of cases where involving a specialist early can not only help diagnose and resolve the problem earlier but also potentially save the pet owner money in the long run.
Will My Regular Veterinarian Still Be Involved?
Your veterinary dermatologist will work together with your veterinarian as part of your pet's total veterinary health care team. Your general practitioner veterinarian will still oversee all aspects of your pet's care, but with the added, specialized input of a veterinary dermatologist.
Did You Know?
If you believe your pet is in need of a veterinary dermatologist, talk to your VCA vet or find a VCA board certified veterinary dermatologist near you.
Hospital Hours:
Mon-Sun: Open 24 hours